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LUVMBDiesels · #5 11-18-2007, 11:48 AM

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Originally Posted by t walgamuth

I have a vague idea that the evergreen tree idea came from Germany. Perhaps the evergreen idea ties in with Jesus' promise of everlasting life. Of course the star on top symbolizes the Star of Bethleham.

Beyond that it is pretty much all or mostly commercialization.

Tom W

The tree came form ancient German pagan festivals celebrating WInter Solstice. It actually did not become popular until the 1840's when the Germans were looking for something to show their national identity during the Christmas holiday.

We can thank Prince Albert (not in a can) for bringing it to England from where it jumped acros the pond to the USA.

As for decorating, I cannot even think about it until AFTER Thanksgiving. For me the Christmas season starts once Santa shows up at the end of the Macy's TG parade! It really bothers me that decorations start going up before Labor Day! I have actually walked out of stores in October after hearing Ho-Ho-Ho coming from the mechanical Santas they have up and running before Halloween!

Rant aside, I LOVE theholiday season. The end of the year fromTG through New Year's Eve is the BEST part!

Last year I was finally able to do the whole "Bing Crosby Christmas" Fireplace going, BIG live tree inthe dining room, lights everywhere, chestnuts popping int the fire, "It's a Wonderful Life" onthe DVD, etc. Only had two arguments (one with my mother one with the kids) about this is "MY Bing Crosby CHRISTMAS and you AIN'T RUININ IT, DAMMIT"

It actually turned out to be the best Christmas in 10 years.